Rubicon Trail trip, May 2nd-3rd

As the title states I'm trying to organize a few rigs to tackle the Rubicon the weekend of May 2nd-3rd. I'm only in Cali till July so my chances to try the trail are limited. I'm pretty sure there are no Jamborees or other special events on the trail that weekend. I've never tried the trail myself so having someone to go with that has completed it would be awesome. I'm also asking for help if anyone knows another spot to post this if I don't any takers (ex- Meetup.com) So what do you guys say? Anyone up for the "premier" Off-road trail that weekend?

 

ive got an itch to do it. Ive got the weekend off so im down to spend a night!

 

I'd say minimum requirements would be sliders, high clearance front, some belly armor, and 33" tires. Anyone feel free to chime in if they agree or disagree

 

depends on how much damage they want lol. a stock wrangler can make it through with bypasses and the right guidence. food for thought.

 

True, even with all that, 35" tires, a locker, and taking my time, I don't expect to complete it without some damage

 

My buddy had mentioned a trip in his Jeep that same weekend, I'll see what his plans are. I've never driven the trail, but I've rolled along a few times with others. I've seen a nearly stock '01 with sliders and a locker limp his way up with no major damage. After meeting both of you yesterday, I think you would both be just fine, especially after a few more weeks of drying out the trail. If I can't make it, at least hit me up for a beer when you drive through Placerville!

 

You and your buddy with the jeep can come, we won't hold it against you

 

You might want to ask Jberry he lives right next to the Rubicon.

 

This trail is on my bucket list! I've always wanted to do it! But my truck isn't even close to being ready for that trail, My sliders are on order But I still need the skid plates & high clearance bumpers.

 

I know, I know maybe you swing back to Cali for a stint again down the road! A year or two and the new one will be much closer to rubicon ready! She just hit 2500 miles coming back from the meet!

 

I just sent him a message about it

I might end up in Cali again down the road. I gotta plant roots somewhere someday but for now I got a burning itch to do the rubicon that no penicillin or cream can cure

 

I might be in for this of me rig is ready to go by then...redoing the cooling system for moab trip next month. Aluminum radiator, tranny cooler w/ fan, and bigger power steering cooler.

 

Well let me know, so far I've got a few maybe's but no one for sure going. Got a few more people over on pirate 4x4 saying they will probably go too. I'm planning on it taking 2 days to complete the trail and absolute worst case senario 3 days. Planned on starting the trail by Loon Lake and driving East down the trail towards Tahoe. Already got a map on the gps for it and if I cant find someone to go with who has already been then I'll trail lead this beast

 

Sub'd...

 

you can put me down for a def. Should have some skids too by then

 

i guess i am in too.. depending on how many rigs.. are going.. that place can get small really fast..

 

I won't have enough skid coverage for this one, but have fun!

 

Really can go wrong with the CON and MOAB in the same month. Not to mention My birthday in the Middle!! Woot

 

Sounds good guys
tally for who's going so far: 4 - 6 rigs

Mightytacoman- Kel
TacoVinny- Vince
07trd4x4- Greg
A jeep guy from Hollister- John
and 2 possibly 3 from pirate4x4 at this point

Figured I should mention this to-
Currently there isn't a fire ban but a permit is required for a campfire (available at the ranger station)
Everything we bring in, we gotta carry out (including human waste)
They want you to have a spill kit available in case you get a fluid leak. I'm gonna bring my oil catch pan and rags.
The trail is patrolled by Rangers so drinking and driving isn't allowed in theory
Ham radio or satellite phone is the only way to contact the outside world once your on the trail
Bring spare tools and parts. I'll be bringing up an extra u- joint, cv axle, inner and outer tie rod ends and a full size spare tire. Recovery gear including a snatch block, a tow strap, a recovery strap, 4 - D-shackles, a Hi-lift jack, and my winch.

added 4/26/15
So the plan is to meet at the spillway by Loon lake at 8am Saturday (5/2/15) morning.
The directions that I found online state this about the Loon lake entrance and how to get there.
Loon Lake
From Highway 50, turn
left on to Ice House Road.
Follow Icehouse Road for approximately 28 miles until you hit the Loon Lake road which goes to the right. Follow it about another 4 miles until you cross the second Loon Lake dam, which puts you at what is called the spillway. You are now at the start of the Rubicon.

I'll add things to this post as necessary so keep an eye on it and let me know if you guys want me to add anything

 

i wished JAY still worked that area.. LOL.... wonder if he will want to come